Genetics in society

Essential reading for all those who are interested in developing their knowledge about genetics and where actuaries can 'add value', this publication explores genetic advances from a range of perspectives - medical, social and financial.

Chapters include:

• How genes work
• Research fields in human genetics
• Ethics and the new genetics
• Genetically modified organisms
• Genetics and the financial sector
• Legislation and codes of conduct
• Actuarial modelling.